Can you die from this? Is it a disease?
2006-09-15 14:53:40 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
it is a disease yes, budd chiari syndrome is the actual name yes one can die if not treated appropriately
2006-09-15 15:06:17 · answer #1 · answered by HK3738 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A chiari 1 malformation is a protrusion of the brain (cerebellum specifically) through the foramen ovale (the opening in the base of your skull that leads to your vertibrae . Usually the spinal cord comes through here.) In a Chiari 1 the cerebellum protrudes slightly through ther foramen ovale.
Can you die from this? No. It is a malformation associated with other diseases like spina bifida. If you are otherwise healthy it may be a borderline diagnosis and maybe not even true. A second opinion may be of value. As for if it is a disease, I'd have to say no. It is more along the lines of a birth defect. It is something that is simply normal for you and has been present since your birth. If you are asymptomatic, don't worry. If you are worried, get a second opinion. I'd see a neuro surgeon or get him to consult a different radiologist.
Relax. This has been there sinse your birth.
Hope I've helped.
2006-09-15 22:33:37 · answer #2 · answered by sandra j 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋